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I'm not saying that the number of members determines whether or not an online community is good. However, when there's a Facebook group with 1.3 million, you notice.

Like the name implies, 'Middle Aged Humor' consists of a more mature audience. People use it as a way to connect and bring levity to mundane or difficult situations, and while it may not be everyone's cup of tea, we can't deny the group's relevance to the platform. After all, 73 percent of U.S. adults aged 50-64 use Facebook.

So, let's take a look at how they make the internet (and maybe life in general) more enjoyable for each other.

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We managed to get in touch with a member of the group's administrator team, Marie Shizuka, and she said that since 'Middle Aged Humor' is so big, they have been developing a system that would automatically clean it.

"We do some auto deletion to keep spammers out," Shizuka told Bored Panda. "But the problem is when this system also deletes actual members' comments and they complain a lot."

Shizuka said that the community is, for the most part, keeping the content positive. "Generally, any feel-good and funny posts are popular among the members," she said. "Nostalgic pictures too."

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And it's easy to understand where this is coming from. Consuming too much worrying news, whether actively or passively, can have a big impact on our mood. 

"The way that news is presented and the way that we access news has changed significantly over the last 15 to 20 years," said Graham Davey, a professor emeritus of psychology at Sussex University in the UK and editor-in-chief of the Journal of Experimental Psychopathology. "These changes have often been detrimental to general mental health."

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Davey thinks today's news is increasingly visual and shocking, and that the inclusion of smartphone videos and audio clips isn't helping. These bystander-captured media can be so intense that they can cause symptoms of acute stress—like problems sleeping, mood swings, or aggressive behavior—or even PTSD.

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Some of Davey's research has shown that negative TV news is a significant mood-changer, and the moods it tends to produce are sadness and anxiety. "Our studies also showed that this change in mood exacerbates the viewer’s own personal worries, even when those worries are not directly relevant to the news stories being broadcast,” he said.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My son (about 8 at the time) asked me if I could do a cartwheel. "Of course I can" I said. Fast forward 30 seconds and I have a pulled groin. It appears I can't do a cartwheel.

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While increased anxiety and stress are reason enough to be wary of overdoing it when it comes to the news, these and other mental health afflictions can also fuel physical complaints. Stress-related hormones, most notably cortisol, have been linked to inflammation associated with rheumatoid arthritis, cardiovascular disease, and other serious health concerns.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Giving these to kids at the doorstep is considered child abuse in many jurisdictions.

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Gøøse
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I know where they get them. Secret Grandma blackmarkets.

Gwyn
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think these candies were probably all made in 1977 and have never been eaten, they have just been traveling between trick or treat bags, candy jars, and purses ever since.

V Noe
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Always get these in Swiss Colony gift boxes. Maybe I should just let them pile up and see whether they self-destruct or reproduce.

Skeeter
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And when you unwrap them they are sticky and melted from old age. But you eat it anyway.

Mr.G86
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I was hooked on these as a kid in the 90s. If my mom had an appointment in some office somewhere, I'd get a few of these while I waited patiently or impatiently I should say . 🤣

Chris Osborn
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I used to work with someone who absolutely loved these. Whenever I could find them, I would buy them for her. It was usually at the dollar store, of all places.

peithecelt
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

they are one of my absolute favorite candies, and I have no idea where they come from, but I love them!

Barbara Hendershot
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My mom always bought these. They are delicious with their gooey strawberry center. Yum.

Donielle Clyatt
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have actually bought these. Which is funny because I’m not even in my twenties yet

Shannon Stephens
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's true! My grandma ALWAYS had a crystal dish full of these!! I miss her!!!

Michelle C
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My paternal grandmother had these in a candy dish every time she ever and my grandfather had guests over when I was a kid. I can taste them just looking at this photo!

arcane_gamer (they/them)
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

not true. found one in the hallway 5 mins ago! sorry about the lack of banana for scale :( IMG_202301...31f22d.jpg IMG_20230105_140825-63b720631f22d.jpg

Huddo's sister
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Were always in our lolly dish at church, you got one on your birthday

Leah Norris
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I bought almost a pound of these from a candy store in Old Town Sacramento. The best candies. And they do remind me of the older ladies I used to care for.

Marie Dahme
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Somehow I always find these on my guest check on the tray at a restaurant !

Heather Fordham
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Then.. where did whoever left them get them if not available in stores.?

Mo Taylor
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I just found two in a drawer! Can't remember ever buying any!!!

Mercedus Long
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Or those little butterscotch candies in the clear wrappers. My Granny would forever pull them out of her purse at church

Thomas Hunt, Jr.
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They do exist in stores. Just got a whole bag yesterday. Don't know where y'all are.shopping. these are among my favs!

Lisa Sanders
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Since I am a Nana, yes when you get your "Nana Card" this happens. Santa called nd said tell the kids he is watching nd to be good!!!!!

E V
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I found them at the Dollar Tree and I'm decades away from granny country. Lol

poopyhead
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My late husband loved these. Whenever I would travel I would search candy stores to find him some. They make me gag.

Lucas
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Do these exist in the UK? I'm not someone who buys sweets much - if I do it's usually chocolate! Though I will go as far as chocolate limes 😋

Kerry Watson
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My cousin choked on one of these at Christmas. Had to have the hiemlich

Upstaged75
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Or in the candy dish at your doctor's office or the nail salon!

Sue
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Those & those round ball multicolored things that were just gross.

Amy T
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Omg, so I was sick a few weeks ago, dreaming of these things. Without even mentioning these to my husband he comes trotting through the door with them!!! Haven't had them in years.

Shyla Bouche
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In my childhood, it was those candies that tasted like mint flavored chalk, and eventually glued themselves to the dish.

David
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Am guilty of actually buying them but not my favorite.

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The human brain is attracted to troubling information because it's programmed to detect threats. This can make it hard for us to ignore the negatives online. The publishers know it; just think of all the opinions and commentary that passes for news analysis when, in reality, is not much different from lunchroom gossip.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Me last week, see 4 Garda cars, grab dog lead and run outside, No dog attached to the lead 🙈 poor dog barking inside house wondering if ive gone mad, Nope just Nosy 👃

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Me with the trolley at 5 minutes to closing time; "Push!" Mary in the stable: Push!

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Staying aware and informed is a good thing. But when it comes to our health, too much news can spell trouble. Balancing it out with light-hearted content can be one way of fighting this issue.

"We have received many messages about how our group makes their day and cheers them up," the admin of 'Middle Aged Humor', Marie Shizuka, said.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

With bonus thoughts like "I should really go to the dentist" and "oh no, when does my license expire?"

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It took me a moment, but I finally got the joke.... I only get it because I've seen Family Guy, as I'm a Brit and our phone numbers don't work like this xD

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For more similar content, Shizuka said the group has a spin-off page on Facebook, called the Middle Aged Club, and it's just as entertaining.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My ducks have wandered off and started a fight with the hamster that powers my brain

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Goldens are pretty smart. How do you know he didn't just put that tree up?

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

SNL did a great Jeopardy skit with Sean Connery asking for “Le Tits Now for $200”

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ok but parents always act like kids (especially teens) want nothing to do with them but if my parents think of something fun to do I'd 100% love to (they usually try to make me do things I don't want to tho then call me miserable, on the other hand I really wanna go on a walk in the dark with my dad like he suggested but we haven't yet) turned into a rant but ok

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Enjoyed playing it so much at school talked my parents into putting one up at home. It's a lot less fun without someone else to play with.

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"Decorated my Bathroom for Christmas."

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sometimes the delivery date and the current location where my package is at doesn’t add up…. All I’m saying is that if my purchase is in Oklahoma City and I’m in Dallas, I know for a fact I can drive that in less than the four days they claim it will take to get to my warm hands.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The problem lies not with the joker, but with the assumptions made by the readers.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Or maybe you can just tell everyone how much you love that film. Great film.

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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Granny pants can hold a lot more dollar bills, and even payment terminals.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And from now on Molly was always staying with her granny in the evenings, even in Saturday....

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My husband actually wraps gifts a LOT neater than I do, but I have not yet seen him use a grill, so he could be two for two, or burn the food.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have a "neighbor" who has a small Christmas tree up and lit 24 hrs a day 365 days a year in their porch.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Am I the only one who means "you don't have to get me anything"? Truly. I don't want/need anything.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In the Uk they are second nature and I don't understand how people in the USA etc where they aren't common, can't cope with them?!

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Enough with the constant down playing on the youth of today! I see plenty of examples of kids still doing this/ similar

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A. B & C are sort of linked and in some places a car isn't necessary. D is a luxury. A will improve lives.

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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Video games did not exist in the 80s. It's science fact. Edit: lol I really, really did not think I needed a /s tag on this one. C'mon people. 😐

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